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Definition of oligophagous in English:

oligophagous

Pronunciation /ˌɒlɪˈɡɒfəɡəs/

adjective

Entomology

  • Of an insect, etc.: feeding on a limited range of plants.

Origin

1920s. From oligo- + -phagous. Compare ancient Greek ὀλιγοϕάγος eating little.